The Uttarayani Kauthig 2026 festival in Lucknow features Himalayan tea, herbs, and bamboo art. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the event, highlighting its cultural significance.
Greenland's economy relies heavily on Danish subsidies and shrimp exports. A potential mining boom faces high costs and challenges, while U.S. interest adds geopolitical complexity.
Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana directs officials to develop local markets near fish farmers, aiming to reduce travel and increase income. Plans include solar lights at ponds and a Rs 98.90 crore investment in white shrimp farming.
Discover why lucky bamboo isn't actually bamboo and learn essential care tips including proper lighting, water quality, temperature, and maintenance for thriving plants.
Lepidagathis clavata, a critically endangered herb lost for 166 years, rediscovered in Maharashtra. It flowers only once every seven years. Read about this botanical marvel and its conservation.
Surat police's SOG raided Kidiabet island, seizing 14,200 litres of stolen marine diesel. The fuel was siphoned from ships and sold to illegal shrimp farms. Read the full investigation details.
Planting bamboo for privacy can backfire. Learn how running bamboo damages house foundations, blocks drains & causes disputes. Essential guide for Indian homeowners.
Farmers in Haryana, Rajasthan, and Punjab are transforming saline wastelands into profitable shrimp farms. Discover how this coastal crop is rewriting agriculture in India's heartland.
India's seafood exports grew 16% to $4.87 billion in Apr-Oct FY26 despite US tariffs. Exports to Vietnam soared 110%, China up 19%. Read how India is diversifying its markets.
Three fatal tiger attacks on bamboo cutters in Chandrapur force Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve to suspend work. Safety concerns rise as operations continue unchecked in other forest areas. Read more.
In the 129th episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlighted Margaret Ramtharsiem from Manipur, who transformed traditional bamboo craft into a sustainable livelihood for over 50 artisans, showcasing grassroots empowerment.
PM Narendra Modi highlighted the inspiring journey of Margaret Ramtharsiem, a bamboo entrepreneur from Mizoram, in his December 2024 Mann Ki Baat address, celebrating her innovation and resilience.
The Wondiwoi tree kangaroo, feared extinct for nearly a century, has been photographed in Indonesia's West Papua. This rare marsupial's rediscovery highlights the secrets of remote rainforests. Read more about this incredible wildlife find.
Explore the 22nd Kerala Bamboo Fest in Kochi, featuring 200+ stalls with handcrafted items, tribal products, and bamboo rice delicacies. Free entry until Jan 1. Discover innovation!
Bhitarkanika National Park hosts Mangrove Festival, celebrating its role as a cyclone barrier and Ramsar site, while officials vow action against illegal shrimp farms. Explore the vital ecosystem.
Over 80,000 bags of shrimp recalled in the US due to potential cesium-137 contamination. Check brands, states affected, and health risks. Do not consume and return product.
Bihar's only tiger reserve, Valmiki Tiger Reserve, attracts record tourists with eco-friendly bamboo huts. Foreign visitors praise its beauty and adventure. Jungle safari participation surges.
A 63-year-old labourer from MP was killed by a leopard in Chandrapur's Moharli forest. The district's human-wildlife conflict death toll hits 45 this year. Read the full report.
A DTU study for DDA reveals bamboo plantation at Yamuna's Baansera improves AQI by 20%, cools air by 9.7%, and enhances soil health. Discover how urban green infrastructure fights pollution.
Scientists confirm the rediscovery of the elusive bamboo shrimp in Karnataka, ending a 70-year absence. The last unverified sighting was in 1951. Read more about this ecological breakthrough.
Nagpur University and the Bamboo Research Centre sign a 5-year MoU to foster innovation, skill development, and sustainable livelihoods in Vidarbha's bamboo sector. Explore the future of green construction and entrepreneurship.
Scientists rediscover the bamboo shrimp in Karnataka and Odisha after 72 years. Learn about this rare species, the challenges faced, and the urgent need for conservation.
Hong Kong activist Finn Lau challenges official bamboo scaffolding blame for deadly fire that killed 128. Read his explosive analysis of government negligence and safety failures.
Massive fire at Wang Fuk Court residential complex claims 128 lives, dozens missing. Hong Kong government sets up $38 million relief fund as investigation begins into safety failures.
Scientists discover 37,000-year-old thorny bamboo fossil in Manipur, revealing Ice Age survival secrets and rewriting Asia's botanical history. Explore this groundbreaking find!
Rare 37,000-year-old bamboo fossils discovered in Manipur provide groundbreaking insights into India's Ice Age environment. Learn how this discovery changes our understanding of prehistoric India.
Deadly Hong Kong apartment fire claims 55 lives as K-pop stars including Jackson Wang and Yuqi express grief and mobilize relief efforts. Investigation reveals safety violations.
Over 5,300 Mizoram farmers face devastating crop losses as bamboo flowering triggers rodent population explosion. Learn how this rare ecological event impacts agriculture.
Hong Kong's deadliest building fire claims 65 lives, with 300 missing. The inferno at Wang Fuk Court, fueled by scaffolding, prompts a safety probe. Read the full investigation.
Hong Kong's worst fire in 30 years kills 55+, exposing bamboo scaffolding risks. Learn why this traditional method persists despite safety concerns and calls for metal alternatives.